Malas Island View
A beachfront base on the local island of Fulidhoo
A place to stay on Fulidhoo
Malas Island View is a guest house on Fulidhoo, a small local island roughly 58 km from Malé and reached by seaplane. It sits directly on the beach, with a private beach area and garden on the property. Rooms start at $71.50 per night, making it one of the more affordable beachfront options in the atolls. The guest house has a restaurant, BBQ facilities, water sport facilities, and can arrange cultural tours — a practical, low-key base for travellers who want genuine island life over resort isolation.
The honest verdict
A simple, affordable guest house with direct beach access on a local Maldivian island, with on-site dining and water sport facilities.
Best for
- Budget-conscious beach travellers
- Couples and families
- Travellers wanting local island atmosphere
- Snorkelling and water sport enthusiasts
Maybe not ideal for
- Those wanting resort-level amenities
- Travellers who prefer a seaplane-free journey
Straight on the beach
The guest house sits on the beachfront with a private beach area and outdoor furniture. Guests can walk directly onto the sand. There is also a garden and a picnic area on the property.
Rooms with patios and garden views
Most room types include a patio or balcony and garden views. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with free toiletries, a coffee machine, and soundproofing in select categories.
Water sports and activities on site
The guest house has water sport facilities on the property. Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing are listed as available activities, along with badminton equipment and cultural tour arrangements.
Restaurant and BBQ on property
There is an on-site restaurant serving continental and American breakfast options. BBQ facilities are available, and the property runs room service.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
sleeps 3 · 1 double bed / 3 single beds
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Coffee machine
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
Triple Room with Garden View
sleeps 3 · 1 single bed / 1 large double bed
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Deluxe King Room
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
- Coffee machine
- Free WiFi
Inside Malas Island View
Amenities at Malas Island View
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Getting there
Fulidhoo is approximately 58 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane. Malas Island View provides an airport shuttle service. Confirm your seaplane schedule with the property when booking, as seaplane operations in the Maldives are typically daylight only.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
Malas Island View holds a 4.2/5 Google rating across 34 reviews. Recent guests rate the location highly. Continental and American breakfast options are noted as available. The property is non-smoking throughout.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Malas Island View from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane. Fulidhoo is approximately 58 km from Malé. The guest house provides an airport shuttle service, so coordinate arrival times with the property in advance.
What room types are available?
There are three room types: a Deluxe Double Room sleeping up to three, a Triple Room with Garden View sleeping three, and a Deluxe King Room for two. All start from $71.50 per night.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The guest house has a restaurant on the property and also runs room service. BBQ facilities are available for guests as well.
What does breakfast include?
Continental and American breakfast options are available at the property.
Is there a beach at the property?
Yes. Malas Island View is beachfront with a private beach area and outdoor furniture directly on the property. There is also a garden and picnic area.
Can I go snorkelling or diving?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing are listed as activities available through the guest house. Water sport facilities are on the property. Diving and snorkelling excursions involve local operators.
Is the guest house suitable for families?
Family rooms are available. The Deluxe Double Room sleeps up to three, and the Triple Room with Garden View also sleeps three, making both practical for small families.
Is alcohol available on Fulidhoo?
Fulidhoo is a local Maldivian island. Local islands in the Maldives are generally alcohol-free. The facts provided for this property do not mention a bar or alcohol service.
What is the price per night?
All three room types start from $71.50 per night. This is the lowest available rate; actual pricing depends on dates and availability.
Are there cultural activities available?
The guest house can arrange tours or classes about local culture, giving guests a chance to engage with Fulidhoo island life beyond the beach.
Is WiFi available in the rooms?
Free WiFi is listed for the Deluxe Double Room and the Deluxe King Room. It is not listed as a facility in the Triple Room with Garden View.
How do I book?
You can book directly through the property or via third-party booking platforms. Contact the guest house directly to confirm seaplane transfer arrangements and meal plan details before arrival.